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The Farnsworth Art Museum's library (16 Museum St., Rockland) hosts a free Braiding Circle led by Verónica Pèrez on Wednesday, July 15 (1–3 PM). A hands-on, communal gathering bringing together braiding traditions and conversation — open to all ages and skill levels at the museum.
Merryspring Nature Center (30 Conway Road, Camden) hosts an Early Summer Herb Garden Walk with naturalist Denise DeSpirito on Tuesday, June 30 at noon (1 hour). A guided stroll through the center's herb gardens at the height of early summer — free or by suggested donation at one of Camden's most beloved natural preserves.
Rockport Public Library hosts a community youth parade on Saturday, June 27 (10 AM–noon) featuring Ms. Katie's ChangeMakers — a program celebrating young people making a difference in their community. A festive, family-friendly outdoor event in Rockport to kick off the summer.
Rockport Public Library hosts a free public talk, "Birds Up Close: An Engineer Explores Their Hidden Wonders," on Tuesday, June 23 at 1 PM. A fascinating blend of natural history and engineering perspective on the mechanics and adaptations that make birds so remarkable — free and open to all at the Rockport library.
Maine Friends of Music presents a free afternoon concert at the Farnsworth Library (16 Museum St., Rockland) on Thursday, June 25 from 2–3 PM. A welcoming, intimate gathering of local music lovers at one of downtown Rockland's great cultural institutions.
Rockland's First Friday Art Walk returns on July 10 (moved from July 3 due to the holiday weekend), with the Farnsworth Art Museum opening its doors 5–7 PM for the monthly free evening. Visitors can explore current galleries — including the new Betsy James Wyeth show and the "Maine: A Force Within American Art" exhibition — alongside 20+ downtown galleries joining the walk.
The Farnsworth Art Museum hosts a free virtual opening for its new exhibition "By Design: The Worlds of Betsy James Wyeth" on Monday, June 29 (6:30–7:30 PM). Betsy James Wyeth — wife of Andrew Wyeth and tireless champion of his legacy — was herself a significant cultural force, and this show explores her aesthetic world at the museum's home in Rockland.